Unrivaled Soldier in the City

"Alright, I’m fine. I’ll be completely recovered in a few days, so don’t you worry." Seeing the relieved expressions on the women’s faces, Lin Kuang said with a smile, though his heart ached for them. After all, these were his women, and seeing them worry about him was a feeling he didn’t want to endure.

"Lin Kuang, do you need our help?" At that moment, Xiao Yingzi walked over. She had the backing of an Ancient Martial Arts family that could intervene.

"That’s right, we can help you," Yao Wenwen added. She was, after all, a member of the Yao Family.

Hearing their offers, Lin Kuang chuckled and shook his head. "No, thank you. It’s not convenient for your Ancient Martial Arts families to get involved in this. Besides, even if you did, it wouldn’t help. This isn’t a problem that can be solved with fighting and killing. You don’t need to worry. We just need to get through these next few days, and everything will be fine. The Lin Family will still be the Lin Family!"

Lin Kuang spoke with confidence, but deep down, he wasn’t confident at all. He only said it to give the women some peace of mind. Hearing his words, the women felt somewhat uneasy, but they could only nod in agreement.

"Alright now, I’ll stay and chat with you for a while. That will make things better," Lin Kuang said with a smile, then began to talk with the women, soothing their frayed nerves.

Meanwhile, Gao Wude had returned to the Gao Family estate and was meeting with Old Master Gao. After Old Master Shen had intercepted him, Gao Wude didn’t know what to do and had no choice but to seek an audience with his family’s patriarch. Upon meeting the Old Master, Gao Wude carefully recounted the events.

Upon hearing the report, Old Master Gao frowned. A life-or-death struggle with the Shen Family was not the best option for the Gao Family. After all, such a conflict would inflict crippling losses on them, and the Zheng Family would certainly be there to profit from their strife.

"That old man Shen is really courting death!" Old Master Gao said, his face grim and his eyes filled with murderous intent.

He had never expected Old Master Shen to support the Lin Family so forcefully. The Lin Family was nearly paralyzed at this point. Anyone who helped them was diving headfirst into a bottomless abyss. Yet, the Shen Family had done just that, a fact that was incredibly frustrating.

"Father, what should we do next? If this continues, our plan to destroy the Lin Family might become impossible," Gao Wude said, looking at his father with a mix of helplessness and anger.

"Hm, I understand. Go to the Zheng Family at once. No, I’ll go myself. The Zheng Family hasn’t made a move yet, which means they’re watching from the sidelines. In that case, we’ll drag them into the fray completely. At worst, we’ll just have to offer them a larger share of the spoils. I refuse to believe the Zheng Family won’t be tempted by the prospect of devouring the Lin Family’s assets!" Old Master Gao sneered.

Hearing his father’s words, Gao Wude’s expression changed slightly. "Father, you’re going yourself?"

"Yes, I’ll go myself. I need to see Old Man Zheng. In the Zheng Family, his word is law. You don’t carry the same weight I do. Besides, I’m worried you wouldn’t be able to handle that old fox," Old Master Gao said nonchalantly.

Hearing this, Gao Wude could only nod. "Alright, Father. I’ll go prepare the car for you."

"Yes, go ahead."

As long as we ally with the Zheng Family, the Shen Family won’t stand a chance. As for the Wang Family, we don’t need them. It’s better if the Zheng Family and I just divide the Lin Family’s assets. If we include the Wang Family, we’ll have to give up another portion of the spoils. Besides, it looks like the Wang Family has no intention of making a move anyway.

Just then, Gao Wude returned. "Father, the car is ready. You can leave at any time."

Hearing his son’s words, the Old Master nodded. "Mhm, let’s go."

With that, he turned and left, getting into the car and heading directly for the Zheng Family’s estate.

The Zheng Family, too, had naturally received news of Old Master Shen’s staunch support for the Lin Family.

"Father, do you think this is the source of Lin Kuang’s confidence? The Shen Family may be strong, but if they face an alliance between us and the Gao Family, they’re doomed to fail," Zheng Kang asked his father with a puzzled expression.

Hearing this, Old Master Zheng’s gaze also held a trace of doubt, because even he couldn’t guess what Lin Kuang’s trump card was. The Shen Family was indeed powerful, but just as Zheng Kang said, they would stand no chance against a joint attack from the Gao and Zheng Families.

"Hah, I can’t say for sure. For now, we’ll just wait and see," Old Master Zheng said with a laugh. "Now that the Shen Family has made a move, the Gao Family will have to reconsider. They can’t afford a destructive conflict with the Shens while we’re watching. If I’m not mistaken, the Gao Family will send someone to visit us within the next two days. To take down the Shen Family, they must ally with either us or the Wang Family. Since the Wang Family is staying quiet, their only choice is to come to us."

At his age, he could grasp the general picture of any situation with near-perfect accuracy.

Zheng Kang nodded quickly. "Yes, Father, you’re right. We’re in no hurry, so let’s just wait."

The Old Master nodded. "Exactly. You can go about your business. Keep a close eye on the movements of the Gao, Lin, and Shen Families, and notify me immediately if anything happens."

"Yes, Father. I’ll take my leave, then." With that, Zheng Kang turned to go.

Just then, a series of urgent knocks sounded at the door.

Zheng Kang frowned. "Come in."

The door opened, and a Guard from the Zheng Family rushed inside. "Old Master, Family Head, Old Master Gao has arrived in person and is requesting an audience with you, Old Master," the Guard said hastily.

Zheng Kang had been feeling annoyed, but upon hearing that Old Master Gao had arrived personally, his expression shifted. At the same time, a flash of surprise crossed Old Master Zheng’s face. He hadn’t expected Old Master Gao to come himself; it was truly beyond his expectations. However, it also revealed just how seriously the Gao Family was taking the matter of the Lin Family.

"Come, let’s go and greet him," Old Master Zheng said. Zheng Kang quickly nodded in agreement.

With that, the two of them, one after the other, headed for the main gate.

At that moment, Old Master Gao was standing under the gate, enjoying the cool air. When he saw Old Master Zheng approaching, a smile spread across his face.

"Brother Zheng, it’s been too long! You look as hale and hearty as ever," Old Master Gao said with a smile.

"Haha, Brother Gao, you flatter me! Your visit truly brings light to my humble abode. Please forgive your younger brother for being a little late in coming out to greet you," Old Master Zheng replied with a laugh.